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The Alpina Gstaad
Alpinastrasse, Gstaad
4.9
842 member reviewsGstaad's most luxurious address — a grand alpine chalet housing the Six Senses Spa and sweeping views of the Bernese Oberland.
The Experience
- Six Senses Spa across two floors
- Alpine chalet luxury in the Swiss Alps
- Bernese Oberland panoramas
Amenities
SpaPoolGymRestaurantBarYogaSki Concierge
Location
Nearest airport
Geneva Airport (GVA)
~94 kmapprox. 2h 10m transfer
Know before you go
Best time · currency · costs · tipping · power · jet lag · holidays & more
Know before you go
Best time · currency · costs · tipping · power · jet lag · holidays & more
Best time to visit
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Peak months: Jan–Feb and May–Sep and Dec.
Summer for hiking, Dec–Mar for skiing; shoulder months are quiet.
Ideal Good Less ideal
Getting around
Ride-hailing: Uber
The rail network is famously precise; a Swiss Travel Pass is superb value.
They drive on the right — look left first when crossing.
Tipping & etiquetteOpenHide
Service included — round up
Restaurants: Included by law; round up to the nearest franc or two.
Hotels: CHF 1–2 for porters.
Taxis: Round up.
Good to know
- ·Punctuality is taken seriously — arrive on time.
- ·Greet with a handshake; use surnames until invited otherwise.
- ·Quiet hours are observed, especially on Sundays.
Power & connectivity
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230V · 50Hz
Swisscom has superb reach even in the Alps; note Switzerland is outside EU roaming.
Currency
Swiss Franc (CHF · CHF)
Live rate unavailable — check a converter before you travel.
Exchange at the airport, banks or licensed money changers; ATMs usually give the best rate. Cards are widely accepted in cities.
Indicative rate — cards and bureaux add a margin.
Health & safety
Tap water is safe to drink
- ·Tap and most fountain water is superb.
- ·At altitude, take the first day gently.
General guidance — confirm vaccinations with a travel clinic 4–6 weeks ahead. Comprehensive travel insurance is strongly recommended.
Travel footprint
Flying from
127kg CO₂e · round trip
≈ 408 km each way · what 6 trees absorb in a year.
Arrange a verified offsetEstimate only — economy class, including high-altitude effects.
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